Support NOSM University Learners this GivingTuesday
Tuesday, November 29 is GivingTuesday and there’s a way we can help alleviate student debt even faster. Covering as much of their tuition as possible will incentivize those same students to follow their passion for health care at NOSM University, and then perhaps, to follow their hearts back home to practise. Thanks to a transformational $10 million gift from the FDC Foundation, every dollar donated to NOSM University has the potential to make two. That means—with some more fundraising—we could ultimately have $20 million towards student financial aid. Our students graduate with nearly twice the debt of students at other medi...
> Read MoreDr. Cindy Blackstock named NOSM University’s Chancellor and inaugural Board of Governors announced
On Thursday, November 24, 2022, Dr. Cindy Blackstock, renowned Indigenous child and family rights activist and member of the Gitxsan, was named NOSM University’s inaugural Chancellor. Ms. Joy Warkentin, Chair, Transition Board of Governors, and Dr. Sarita Verma, President, Vice Chancellor, Dean and CEO of NOSM University introduced Dr. Blackstock and the new Board of Governors. “It is an honour to have Dr. Cindy Blackstock serve as NOSM University’s first Chancellor,” says Dr. Verma. “Dr. Blackstock embodies the values of social justice, respect, and integrity. As Chancellor of NOSM University, her tenacious, inspirationa...
> Read MoreGet ready for the future. It starts here.
Today is National Philanthropy Day. It’s a day dedicated to celebrating you and the many generous philanthropic contributions that have been made by NOSM University donors, faculty, learners, staff, and volunteers. ‘Philanthrōpos’ is a Greek word that means love of humankind. That love brings people together and has the power to unite groups, inspiring improvements based on social accountability. In many ways, this is NOSM University’s aspiration for the future. Support for us, and our learners, staff and faculty, has come in all forms, from the many people and communities who have embraced NOSM University learners, to...
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